Hyundai Betting Big On Upcoming Hybrid SUVs – Here’s What To Expect

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Hyundai has reportedly been working on a host of hybrid SUVs for India over the next two to three years and here are all the information we know so far

Hybrid technology could soon become a major talking point of Hyundai in India. While Toyota and Maruti Suzuki currently dominate the segment through the Hyryder, Grand Vitara, Victoris and Innova HyCross, Hyundai is working on multiple hybrid SUVs that will target different price points. The company is reportedly planning at least three new hybrid offerings for the local market.

The most premium of the trio is expected to be the Palisade Hybrid. Hyundai is evaluating the full-size SUV for India and a launch around 2028 remains possible. Sold overseas as a large three-row family SUV, the Palisade Hybrid combines a turbocharged petrol engine and electric motor while offering premium safety technologies and extensive cabin equipment. If introduced here, it would become Hyundai’s most expensive ICE-powered SUV.

Positioned well below the Palisade will be a completely new three-row SUV known internally as Ni1i. Expected to arrive towards the end of 2027, the model will fill the gap between the Alcazar and now-discontinued Tucson. Unlike many existing seven-seaters that rely solely on petrol or diesel power, hybrid technology is expected to be a core part of the package from the outset.

Reports indicate that a modified 1.5-litre petrol engine will work alongside an electric motor with the ability to drive on electric power alone during certain low-speed situations. That capability could become a significant advantage in city environments where stop-start traffic often limits fuel efficiency. Hyundai is also expected to use the same hybrid architecture across multiple future products – helping spread development costs while improving economies of scale.

Kia’s Seltos is also believed to be a potential recipient of this hybrid system. Volume, however, will come from the next-generation Creta. Internally known as SX3, the new SUV is expected to arrive in 2027 and will likely become Hyundai’s first high-volume hybrid offering in India. Few vehicles are better suited for electrification considering the current Creta crossed the two lakh annual sales milestone in FY26 as its popularity will be of certain help.

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The upcoming model is expected to move onto Hyundai’s new K3 architecture and could stretch close to the 4.5-metre mark. Test vehicles have already hinted at a noticeably larger footprint compared to the existing SUV. Inside, one can expect upgraded materials, larger displays, additional connected technologies and a more premium appeal. Existing petrol, turbo petrol and diesel engines are likely to continue.

Rivals such as the Toyota Hyryder and Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara currently enjoy a largely uncontested position in the mainstream hybrid SUV space and Hyundai’s entry could significantly alter that equation.

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Electric Car Sales May 2026 – Tata, Mahindra, MG, VinFast, Maruti, Hyundai

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With rising fuel costs and expanding charging infrastructure, Indian car buyers appear to be increasingly shifting from ICE to electric cars

India’s electric car market saw a solid growth in May 2026, with homegrown brands in some of the top-most positions on the sales chart. Tata Motors continued to be the best-selling brand in the segment. According to the government’s Vahan portal, 25,880 electric cars were registered in May 2026.

Compared to 14,323 units registered in the same month last year, this marked an 80.7% growth. Compared to April 2026 (24,753 units), sales were up 4.6%. Tata Motors sold 10,339 electric cars in May 2026, which gave it a market share of 39.9%. The company recorded a 103.4% year-on-year growth and an 11.1% month-on-month growth.

Mahindra was in the second spot, with 6,210 units delivered, which translated to a 24.0% market share. The company saw a 98.3% growth in sales compared to May 2025 and 5.9% growth compared to April 2026.

Also Read: Tata Motors Extends Lead As Electric Car Sales Jump 79% In May 2026

Brand	May 2026 Registrations	Y-o-Y Difference	M-o-M Difference	Market Share
Tata Motors	10,339	103.4%	11.1%	-39.9%
Mahindra	6,210	98.3%	5.9%	-24.0%
MG	4,985	8.4%	-8.0%	-19.3%
Maruti Suzuki	1,591		19.5%	-6.1%
VinFast	1,238		-4.0%	-4.8%
BYD	686	10.5%	23.8%	-2.7%
Hyundai	460	-36.0%	-17.7%	-1.8%
Kia	349	751.2%	-13.4%	-1.3%
Citroen	22	-82.9%	-26.7%	-0.1%

JSW MG Motor, which manufactures India’s best-selling electric car, the MG Windsor, was third on the sales chart. The company delivered 4,985 electric cars in May 2026, posting an 8.4% year-on-growth. Compared to April 2026, though, its volume was 19.3% lower. Interestingly, Maruti Suzuki, with just one model, the e Vitara, was in the fourth spot and had a 6.1% market share. The company delivered 1,591 units, up 19.5% over April 2026.

The fifth position on the sales chart was occupied by VinFast, which is also a new entrant in India’s electric car market. The company delivered 1,238 units in May 2026, which gave it a 4.8% market share. Compared to April 2026, it saw a 4.0% decline in sales. BYD delivered 686 electric cars and had a 2.7% market share. The Chinese automaker’s sales volume grew 10.5% year-on-year and 23.8% month-on-month.

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Hyundai delivered 460 electric cars in India in May 2026, down 36.0% year-on-year and 17.7% month-on-month. The company’s market share stood at 1.8%. Kia sold 349 electric cars, which gave it a market share of 1.3%. The company saw a 751.2% year-on-year growth in sales, although compared to April 2026, its volume was 13.4% lower. Citroen was able to deliver just 22 electric cars, which gave it a 0.1% market share. Its sales declined by 82.9% year-on-year and 26.7% month-on-month.

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Tata Offers Discounts Of Over Rs. 3 Lakh In June 2026 – Key Info

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From the Tata Tiago.ev to the Tata Harrier.ev, Tata Motors’ electric models being sold at huge discounts this summer

Tata Motors offers the widest range of electric cars in India, ranging from the Tiago.ev A-segment hatchback to the Harrier.ev C-segment SUV. The company is currently giving discounts of over Rs. 3 lakh on its EV range, depending on the model.

Starting with the most affordable model in the line-up, the Tata Tiago.ev, customers can avail discounts of anywhere between Rs. 65,000 and Rs. 1.45 lakh on the old version manufactured before the recent facelift. The Long Range XT configuration is available with the highest discount of Rs. 1.45 lakh, plus a Rs. 50,000 additional benefit. Other configurations of the Tiago.ev Long Range can be purchased with discounts of up to Rs. 1.25 lakh. As for the Tiago.ev Medium Range, the maximum discount reduces to Rs. 65,000.

Tata Motors still has stock of the old Punch.ev as well, the version before the facelift introduced in February. The company is giving discounts of Rs. 95,000 to Rs. 1.45 lakh on the pre-facelift version, with the highest offer limited to the Long Range variant. The Medium Range variant is available with discounts of up to Rs. 1.25 lakh, and on its Smart trim, specifically, the maximum offer is Rs. 95,000.

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Model	Maximum Discount / Benefits
Tata Tiago.ev (Long Range XT)	Up to Rs. 1.45 lakh + Rs. 50,000 additional benefit
Tata Tiago.ev (Other Long Range Variants)	Up to Rs. 1.25 lakh
Tata Tiago.ev (Medium Range)	Up to Rs. 65,000
Tata Punch.ev (Long Range)	Up to Rs. 1.45 lakh
Tata Punch.ev (Medium Range)	Up to Rs. 1.25 lakh
Tata Punch.ev Smart (Medium Range)	Up to Rs. 95,000
Tata Nexon.ev	Up to Rs. 50,000 (Rs. 15,000 Green Bonus + Rs. 25,000 Exchange Bonus / Rs. 35,000 Scrappage Bonus)
Tata Curvv.ev	Up to Rs. 3.35 lakh (Rs. 3 lakh Green Bonus + Rs. 30,000 Exchange Bonus / Rs. 35,000 Scrappage Bonus)
Tata Harrier.ev	Up to Rs. 2.75 lakh (Rs. 50,000 Exchange Bonus + Rs. 75,000 Scrappage Bonus + Rs. 1 lakh Loyalty Bonus + Rs. 1 lakh Additional Benefit)

The Tata Nexon.ev, one of the most popular electric cars in India, can be purchased with discounts of up to Rs. 50,000 across the line-up. Customers can avail a Rs. 15,000 green bonus and a Rs. 25,000 exchange bonus or a Rs. 35,000 scrappage bonus on the electric compact SUV.

The Tata Curvv.ev, the SUV-coupe derived from the Nexon.ev, doesn’t appear to be selling in good numbers and is being offered with the highest discount across the range. Depending on the configuration, customers can save up to Rs. 3.35 lakh rupees, including a Rs. 3 lakh green bonus and a Rs. 30,000 exchange bonus or Rs. 35,000 scrappage bonus.

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As for the most expensive Tata EV, the Harrier.ev, Tata Motors is giving discounts of up to Rs. 2.75 lakh. Customers can avail a Rs. 50,000 exchange bonus and a Rs. 75,000 scrappage bonus, a Rs. 1 lakh loyalty bonus, and an additional benefit of Rs. 1 lakh.

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Suzuki Launches Jimny Allgrip Plus And Jimny Rhino Plus

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Suzuki’s iconic off-road-oriented SUV gains new convenience and safety features and a more rugged exterior styling in Malaysia

Suzuki has launched two new variants of the Jimny in Malaysia: Allgrip Plus and Rhino Plus. The company offers both new variants in the 3-door version of the mini off-roader. The Suzuki Jimny Allgrip Plus brings a raft of additional features over the standard Jimny. It features power-folding side mirrors with a heating function and a 9-inch touchscreen for enhanced convenience.

An mmWave radar, a monocular camera, and a reverse camera have also been added. Unlike the regular Suzuki Jimny, the Suzuki Jimny Allgrip Plus features Dual Sensor Brake Support II, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Departure Prevention, Weaving Alert, Automatic High Beam, Emergency Stop Signal, and side and curtain airbags.

The new variant is thus significantly better on the safety front. Other highlights include automatic LED headlamps with washer, a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a 50:50-split rear seat.

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Under the hood, there’s the familiar K15B 1.5-litre naturally aspirated four-cylinder petrol engine that produces 101 hp and 130 Nm of torque. A 4-speed automatic transmission and a part-time four-wheel drive system work together to send drive to the wheels. Imported from Japan, the Suzuki Jimny Allgrip Plus retails at MYR 158,900 (excl. insurance), which converts to roughly Rs. 37.28 lakh.

The Suzuki Jimny Rhino Plus is all about exclusive styling. It flaunts the iconic Rhino logo on the spare wheel in reference to the Suzuki SJ series, the Suzuki Heritage grille, “Real Offroader” branded red, gray, and black decals on the hood and the side doors, red mud flaps with “Jimny” lettering, and side and front bumper under garnish.

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This variant also offers upgraded safety, featuring six airbags instead of two in the standard variant. The Suzuki Jimny Rhino Plus also has no mechanical changes. It uses the same K15B 1.5-litre naturally aspirated four-cylinder petrol engine that develops 101 hp and 130 Nm of torque.

Similarly, a 4-speed automatic transmission and a part-time four-wheel drive system are responsible for channeling power to the wheels. This variant is also imported from Japan, and it’s even more expensive, costing MYR 173,900 (excl. insurance), which converts to approximately Rs. 40.80 lakh.

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3 New Hyundai Creta Rivals Arriving Soon In India – Key Details

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Competition in the mid-size SUV segment, dominated by the Hyundai Creta, to become more intense with three new launches in the coming months

The mid-size SUV segment in India has seen plenty of interesting launches since the arrival of the all-new Tata Sierra in November. Three more mid-size SUVs are expected to be launched in the coming months, adding to the excitement in the booming segment.

On July 9, Nissan will unveil the Tekton, its long-overdue successor to the Terrano. The Nissan Tekton will be based on the same platform and feature the same shape as the all-new Renault Duster. However, it will have a sharper and more elegant exterior, with some inspiration drawn from the Japanese brand’s global flagship SUV – the Nissan Patrol.

Nissan will likely launch the Tekton towards the end of July and offer it with the same 1.0- and 1.3-litre turbocharged petrol engines as Renault’s Duster. Similarly, 6-speed manual and 6-speed dual-wet-clutch automatic transmissions should be offered, with the latter exclusive to the 1.3-litre engine. A hybrid variant with a 1.8-litre direct-injection petrol engine and an electric motor may follow in early 2027.

Also Read: Nissan Posts 118% Surge, Renault With 9th Consecutive Growth Month In May 2026

Nissan Tekton

Later this month, Tata Motors is expected to unveil the pure electric variant of the all-new Sierra – the Sierra.ev. The company has already revealed the Sierra.ev will feature a cleaner front-end that would better align with the zero-tailpipe-emission nature of its powertrain while also providing it a distinctive visual identity. The rest of the exterior and the interior are expected to be largely identical to the ICE donor.

The Tata Sierra.ev will likely be offered in standard-range RWD, extended-range RWD, and extended-range AWD variants. In addition to the rear-biased drivetrain layout, a multi-link rear suspension and a vehicle-to-load (V2L) bi-directional charging function will differentiate it from the ICE Sierra. The Sierra.ev will likely deliver a range of up to around 600 kilometres in the extended-range RWD variant.

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In the third quarter, Honda will likely launch a facelifted version of the Elevate. The facelifted Elevate should come with changes such as redesigned bumpers, tweaked headlamps and tail lamps, and new 17-inch alloy wheels, and ventilated front seats. Honda is not expected to roll out any mechanical changes for the Elevate with the mid-cycle refresh.

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Honda ADV 160 Maxi Scooter To Launch In India Soon – All Key Details

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Honda ADV 160 derives power from a liquid-cooled engine producing 15.8 hp and it features a ground clearance of 165 mm

Honda could finally be preparing to bring the ADV 160 to India with a report suggesting that the company is currently working on localising the premium maxi-scooter for the domestic market. While an official announcement is yet to be made, speculations indicate that a launch could take place before the end of 2026 or during the early months of 2027.

Unlike traditional scooters sold in India, the ADV 160 has been developed with an adventure-based approach. The model features a tall windscreen, upright riding position, long single-piece seat, muscular bodywork and a distinctive beak-style front section. Honda has also equipped it with 165 mm of ground clearance. The scooter rides on a 14-inch front wheel and a 13-inch rear wheel wrapped in tubeless tyres measuring 110/80-14 and 130/70-13 respectively.

Power comes from Honda’s latest 156.9 cc liquid-cooled, single-cylinder eSP+ engine featuring four valves and fuel injection. The motor develops 15.8 hp at 8,500 rpm and 14.7 Nm of torque at 6,500 rpm coupled with a CVT automatic transmission. The ADV 160 also benefits from Honda’s ACG starter system and idle stop technology.

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Specification	Details
Engine	156.9 cc, Single-Cylinder, Liquid-Cooled, SOHC, 4-Valve
Power	15.8 hp @ 8,500 rpm
Torque	14.7 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Transmission	CVT Automatic
Fuel System	PGM-FI Fuel Injection
Fuel Tank	8.1 Litres
Ground Clearance	165 mm
Seat Height	780 mm
Kerb Weight	133 kg
Wheelbase	1,324 mm
Front Tyre	110/80-14
Rear Tyre	130/70-13
Front Brake	Disc with ABS
Rear Brake	Disc

Dimensions further highlight its premium positioning. The scooter measures 1,950 mm in length, 763 mm in width and 1,196 mm in height while riding on a 1,324 mm wheelbase. Seat height stands at 780 mm and kerb weight is rated at 133 kg. An 8.1-litre fuel tank should provide respectable touring range while real-world fuel efficiency is expected to hover around the 45 kmpl mark.

It will take on Hero Xoom 160, TVS Ntorq 150 and Yamaha Aerox 155 in India. Feature content is one of the strongest aspects of the ADV 160 as Honda offers a fully digital LCD instrument cluster, keyless Smart Key system, USB charging socket, adjustable windscreen, full LED lighting package and a large under-seat storage compartment.

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The scooter also receives Honda Selectable Torque Control. Suspension duties are handled by telescopic front forks and twin rear shock absorbers mounted on a double-cradle frame. Braking is managed by a front disc with single-channel ABS and a rear disc setup.

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1,000+ PS Audi Nuvolari Breaks Cover – Fastest & Most Powerful Audi Ever

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Production of Audi Nuvolari is limited to just 499 units globally and deliveries are scheduled to commence in the first half of 2027

Audi has pulled the wraps off the Nuvolari – a limited-production hybrid supercar that rewrites the company’s performance record books. Producing a staggering 1,001 PS and capable of exceeding 350 kmph, the Nuvolari becomes the fastest and most powerful road-going Audi in history. Limited to just 499 units globally, deliveries are scheduled to commence in the first half of 2027.

The Nuvolari also serves as a technology showcase bringing Formula 1-inspired engineering to a production vehicle for the first time under the four-ring brand. At the heart of the supercar sits an advanced hybrid powertrain combining a 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine and three axial-flux electric motors. The V8 alone develops 800 hp and 730 Nm while revving to an extraordinary 10,000 rpm.

Supporting it are three 110 kW electric motors fed by a 7.3 kWh lithium-ion battery pack. Combined system output stands at 1,001 PS, enabling a 0 to 100 kmph sprint in just 2.6 seconds and 0 to 200 kmph in 6.8 seconds. Two electric motors are positioned on the front axle generating up to 2,150 Nm and enabling advanced torque vectoring functions while a third motor sits between the engine and transmission.

A significant innovation is Audi’s new Quattro Predictive Ride system. The system predicts traction loss using steering, acceleration, yaw rate and traction data. Torque distribution, braking interventions and aerodynamic adjustments are made proactively to maximise stability and cornering performance. Drivers can choose between E-Hybrid, Balanced, Dynamic and Dynamic+ modes while Track Mode allows further adjustments for wet, dry and race conditions.

Specification	Details
Powertrain	4.0L Twin-Turbo V8 + 3 Electric Motors
Combined Output	1,001 PS
Combined Torque	2,150 Nm+ (Front Axle Motors)
Battery Pack	7.3 kWh
0-100 kmph	2.6 Seconds
0-200 kmph	6.8 Seconds
Top Speed	Over 350 kmph
Production	499 Units

The Nuvolari also debuts an all-new lightweight architecture. Audi has combined its Space Frame construction with a carbon-fibre exterior for the first time in a production model. Nearly every exterior panel is crafted from carbon-fibre reinforced polymer using Formula 1-derived prepreg autoclave manufacturing processes. Lightweight forged centre-lock wheels make their production debut as well – helping to reduce unsprung mass while improving handling precision.

A Formula 1-inspired active aero package continuously adjusts downforce and drag according to driving conditions. The deployable rear wing operates in Closed, Low Downforce and High Downforce modes while a DRS system can be activated to reduce drag on straights. In maximum downforce configuration, the Nuvolari is capable of generating more than 400 kg of aerodynamic load – significantly boosting high-speed stability and cornering capability.

The braking package is equally extreme. Audi’s new Ceramic Pro system employs ten-piston front calipers clamping 420 mm discs and four-piston rear calipers working on 410 mm rotors. A motorsport-derived brake-by-wire setup integrates hydraulic braking and regenerative deceleration allowing energy recovery while maintaining a consistent pedal feel.

Audi claims the system can absorb up to 2.8 megawatts of energy during heavy braking – in the same league as current Formula 1 machinery. It gets a minimalist cockpit layout that places all critical controls within immediate reach. Lightweight carbon-fibre seats, anodised aluminium trim elements and a race-inspired user interface are some key bits.

The supercar also becomes the first production Audi to follow the company’s new design philosophy characterised by a cleaner exterior, integrated technology and highly functional aero. Named after legendary racing driver Tazio Nuvolari, the new flagship model could influence future Audi performance vehicles while establishing a new benchmark for the brand.

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